There are certain songs that just make you feel good, and that’s what Joe Hermes’ new track “A Honky Tonk Feelin’” is all about. The positive vibes are even evident in the title, a barnburner of a song meant for toe tapping, head bobbing, and raising a glass to. These are the types of songs that Hermes is becoming known for as he continues to attract more and more attention in the country rock scene.
“A Honky Tonk Feelin’” is reflective of the working-class roots that Hermes comes from, a blue-collar country rock anthem that would fit into any era of music. It’s a good time jam meant for blasting at a tailgate, in a dive bar, or from pickup truck speakers cruising down the highway. It’ll get the whole bar rocking, and suddenly your concerns about getting a good night’s sleep fall completely by the wayside.
“A Honky Tonk Feelin’” seems like the right vibe to end the summer off with. A commitment to good times and good friends, even if the days are getting shorter. Considering his background and personality, it’s no wonder that Hermes enjoys a good night out. He is a man of faith, family, and values, a former football player who has a good heart. He’s fun-loving, and he tries to convey that through his music.
A native of Illinois, Hermes grew up equally on country and rock n’ roll. You can hear both sides of that in his music, with his intense, soulful, raw, and honest approach. It was 2020 when Hermes first made his debut with the EP Souls With Stones. Despite the challenges presented by the COVID pandemic, he soldiered on and focused primarily on songwriting. Once things settled down, he had songs ready to go and released the full-length Rockin’ A Country Town in 2023. He has continued releasing several singles since then and has become more established as a live act.
Sometimes you just got to let loose. Fortunately, we have artists like Joe Hermes here to remind us to.